1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 438 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
