2001 Opel Meriva vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 408 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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 Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
