2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Tribeca | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |