1988 Subaru Rex vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Rex | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
