1995 Renault Espace vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 23 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP) has 744 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
