2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Rainier | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
