1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 545 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.
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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Alero | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |