2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
