1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 18 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 334 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 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Prowler | Leone |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
