1993 Subaru Leone vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
| Model | Leone | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
