2001 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 851 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.
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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Rexton | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Rexton | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
