2002 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 17 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 598 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Chairman H | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
