1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Vehicross | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |