2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 923 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
