2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 420 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayman | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
