1982 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Leone | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Leone | A8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2992 mm |
