1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 905 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
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1987 Subaru Leone | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Leone | Veracruz |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2804 mm |