1990 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Leone | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
