2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 997 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
