1986 Saab 90 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Saab 90 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 90 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 90. 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 Saab 90 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 90 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
