1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
