1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Leone |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |