1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
