2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |