1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 18 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Leone | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
