2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Titan | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1299 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 | 522 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
