2009 Honda Element vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |