2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 819 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
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2004 SsangYong Rexton | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Rexton | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |