1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 60 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
