1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Leone | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |