1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 356 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
