1992 Porsche 928 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 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 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
