1983 Opel Monza vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 296 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Monza | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
