1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | V70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
