2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
