1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJS | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
