1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Leone | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Leone | Antara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
