2007 Honda Element vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 900 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |