1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 2001 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1971 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1971 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
