2005 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 281 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Sunfire | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1298 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 | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
