1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 27 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
