2008 Honda Stream vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Stream | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
