2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | SSR | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
