1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 456 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leone | HHR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2629 mm |
