2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
