2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 26 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Prix | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |