1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Infiniti Q45 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 1991 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | Q45 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
