1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |