1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 582 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Leone | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Leone | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |