1976 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 915 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Subaru Leone | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Leone | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
