1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
