1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Ascona | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
