1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 794 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |