1997 Subaru SVX vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
