2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
