1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1063 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 2011 Nissan Quest. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Leone | Quest |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
