2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 322 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Prix | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
