2004 Proton Saloon vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Proton Saloon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Saloon | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Saloon | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
