2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Ascender | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2450 mm |
