1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1983 Mercedes-Benz S and 1983 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 740 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | Leone |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |