2007 Lexus RX vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 28 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 780 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, 2007 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
