1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 355 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |