2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 20 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 675 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 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
