1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Prowler | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
