1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 398 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Cirrus | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
