2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
