2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 295 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 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
