1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Allante is newer by 11 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 640 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 1987 Cadillac Allante. 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Cadillac Allante | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Allante | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |