1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
