1991 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 300 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1991 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 1991 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Subaru Leone | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Leone | A8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3122 mm |