1999 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1971 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1971 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |