1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 813 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Aurora | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
