2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1031 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 GMC Acadia. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Acadia | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
