2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 668 kg more than 1978 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 Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |