1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 891 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2748 mm |
