2001 Opel Frontera vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
