1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 622 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
