2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 178 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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
