1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 638 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
