1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
