1992 Subaru Leone vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | SVX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
