1995 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 10 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 427 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 1995 Acura NSX. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
