1976 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 714 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.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Subaru Leone | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercury |
| Model | Leone | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
