1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 993 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
