1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 655 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
