2004 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 29 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1221 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | MDX | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
