2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 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 Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
