1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 310 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Kingswood | Leone |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
