2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Malibu (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Malibu | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
