2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
