1992 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 603 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 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
