2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
