1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Subaru Leone

To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 1987 Subaru Leone
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Leone
Year Released 1994 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm


 

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