2007 Acura RL vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 598 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RL | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |