1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | 264 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
