2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | YRV | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |