2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 2003 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
