1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Leone |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
