2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 20 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 930 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
