1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 864 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
