1978 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 457 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 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Leone | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | C30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
