1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Leone |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |