2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
