1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 583 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Trail Duster | Leone |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |