1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1184 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 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Leone | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Leone | Titan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3550 mm |