2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 784 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Santa Fe | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
