1986 Subaru Leone vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 353 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Subaru Leone | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |