2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1311 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 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Yukon | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2450 mm |