1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1250 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Leone | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
