1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1987 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 230 | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |