2009 Subaru Outback vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
