1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 2104 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
