1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone.
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, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
