1993 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Leone | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
