1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
