1991 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 564 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Leone | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2712 mm |
