1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 3 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 415 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
