1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 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 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Maxima | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Maxima | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
