1970 Opel Rekord vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Rekord | Leone |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
