1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1980 Chrysler Avenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1980 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1980 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Avenger | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
