2008 Acura TSX vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 23 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 204 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.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TSX | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
