2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 26 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 834 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Hardbody | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
