2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Patriot | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
