2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 888 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Cherokee | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |