2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 276 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Captiva | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
