1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 342 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 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Leone | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Leone | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |