2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
