1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Typhoon | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
