2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |