2001 Nissan MM vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | MM | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2450 mm |
