2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 26 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 470 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
