2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1141 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
