2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Freelander | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |