2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
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2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |