2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Equinox | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
