2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 425 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Tribute | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |