2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Kalos | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
