1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Pajero | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
