1987 Subaru Leone vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | 480 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
