2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Titan | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2390 mm |
