1982 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 496 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Leone | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
