1992 Subaru Leone vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
