1997 Renault Spider vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Leone |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |