2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 2 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
