1991 Opel Astra vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
