2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Murano | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
