2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 332 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Livina | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
