1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 299 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Subaru Leone | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Leone | Terracan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |