1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
