1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 345 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 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Subaru Leone | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |