1985 Subaru Leone vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. Both 1985 Subaru Leone and 1982 Volkswagen Santana are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Subaru Leone | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Leone | Santana |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |