2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 965 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pathfinder | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |