2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1695 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2450 mm |
