2005 Renault Espace vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 1095 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |