1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 262 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone.
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 Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |