1981 Subaru Leone vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 200 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 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | 480 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
