1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Leone | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3560 mm |
