1992 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 720 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leone | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
