1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 797 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1983 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1983 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
