2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 19 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Cruze | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Cruze | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |