1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
