2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 456 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 Legacy (340 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
