1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 6 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
