2000 Mercury Villager vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Villager | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |