1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
