1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 326 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 1986 Opel Rekord 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 1986 Opel Rekord. 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Rekord | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Rekord | Leone |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |