2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 555 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | C | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
