2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 720 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Pathfinder | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
