2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1974 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1974 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1974 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Terracan | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
