1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Leone | 2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
