1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 20 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Citi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
