2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |