1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Safari | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |