2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 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), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1212 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2005 Honda Pilot 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. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Pilot | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
