1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Leone | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | V50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
