2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano 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 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Murano | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
