2000 Skoda Superb vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 23 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Superb | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Superb | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
