1991 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 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, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac 6000 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | 6000 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
