1980 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 31 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 810 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Subaru Leone | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
Model | Leone | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |