1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 15 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Subaru Leone | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |