2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 599 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2450 mm |
