1988 Subaru XT vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru XT weights approximately 128 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
