2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 16 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 590 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Trans Sport | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |