1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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 Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Stealth | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
