2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 922 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |