1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 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 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Leone | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |