1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 526 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Subaru Leone | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |