1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
