2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 462 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 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Murano | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
