2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1385 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 Patrol. 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 Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
