2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 863 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |