1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
