2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 527 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
