2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |