2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 195 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 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Vibe | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
