1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 968 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Korando | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
