1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Leone | S6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2847 mm |
