1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 446 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 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3710 mm |
