1977 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 922 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Leone | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Leone | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
