2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |