1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Subaru Leone.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Leone |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |