2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 930 kg more than 1979 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 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Musso | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |