1982 Subaru Leone vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 128 kg more than 1982 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Leone | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
