1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 350 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 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
