1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Leone | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |