1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
