1981 Subaru Leone vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Camira weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 1987 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Leone | Camira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
