1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 978 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Trail Duster | Leone |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |