1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Leone | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
