1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Patrol | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Leone |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |