1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 660 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Pajero | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
