1977 Subaru Leone vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Subaru Leone | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Leone | Bora |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |