2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 986 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Venture | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
