1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Subaru Leone | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |