2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 661 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CR-V | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1361 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
