2009 Renault Modus vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 179 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 Renault Modus. 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Modus | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Modus | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
