1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
