1986 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Leone | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Leone | S4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
