2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Subaru Leone

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Pilot 1973 Subaru Leone
Make Honda Subaru
Model Pilot Leone
Year Released 2008 1973
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1361 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 244 HP 60 HP
Torque 325 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 795 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2450 mm


 

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