2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1535 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
