2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 19 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1405 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Malibu | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
