1983 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1983 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1983 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Subaru Leone | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
