1987 Subaru Leone vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (72 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone.
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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
