1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR-15 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
