2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 326 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.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2300 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
