1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Leone |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |