2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
