1993 Lexus LS vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1993 Lexus LS and 1993 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 785 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lexus LS 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 1993 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus LS | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | LS | Leone |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |