1992 Subaru Leone vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru Leone | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Leone | Santana |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |