1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 935 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 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Bravada | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
