1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 182 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
