1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 642 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Touran |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
