1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 394 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 2013 Jeep Compass. 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Leone | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
