2009 Honda Element vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 75 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |