1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1035 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.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |