1988 Audi V8 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi V8 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | V8 | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |