1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
