1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 76 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
