1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Prix | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
