1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 227 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
