1991 Opel Calibra vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Opel Calibra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Calibra weights approximately 443 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Calibra | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Calibra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
