1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 320 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 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
