2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 343 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
