1974 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (200 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1974 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1974 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
