2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
