1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 390 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Subaru Leone | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |