2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 132 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Armada | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |