2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1610 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 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
