1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2009 Subaru Legacy 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. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Subaru Leone | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |