1993 Subaru Leone vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
