1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Hyundai Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Hyundai Excel | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Excel | Leone |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |