1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Applause | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
