2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 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 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
