1980 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Leone | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
