2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 241 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.
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 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | CX-9 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
