1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. Both 1981 Nissan Skyline and 1986 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Skyline | Leone |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
