1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 478 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 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Leone | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
