1995 Acura Legend vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 775 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
