1990 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 149 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
