1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
