1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 26 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1280 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 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | T5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
