1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 19 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 530 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
