1992 Subaru Leone vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
