1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1999 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Avenger | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
