1980 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 936 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Leone | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Leone | CTS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
