2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |