2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 490 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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | X-Trail | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |