2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1984 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Quest | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Quest | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |