1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 518 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Leone | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leone | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2738 mm |
