1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 450 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 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Subaru Leone | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Subaru | Skoda |
Model | Leone | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |