1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 775 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.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore 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 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
