1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 11 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
