1990 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 22 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Leone | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
