2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Rainier | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1088 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
