2008 Opel Frontera vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
