1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 787 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Prix | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
