2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 266 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Odyssey | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
