2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 329 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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, 1979 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Frontier | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |