2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1587 kg more than 1972 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Nitro | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
