1987 Subaru Leone vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
