2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1979 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
