1975 Subaru Leone vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 775 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 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
