2009 Infiniti M vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 689 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | M | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
