1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
