1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Leone |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |