1989 Nissan Micra vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1235 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
