2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1985 Subaru Leone

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Outback Sport 1985 Subaru Leone
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Outback Sport Leone
Year Released 2009 1985
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm


 

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