1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 263 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 2011 Suzuki Equator 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Subaru Leone | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Leone | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 381 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |