2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 95 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
