1989 Subaru Leone vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 568 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Leone | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |