2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Lacetti | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
