2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
