2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Korando | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
