1975 Subaru Leone vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 878 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Leone | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
