1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 882 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
