1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Leone | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | X90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
