1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
