1978 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 334 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Leone | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Leone | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
