2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 605 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |