1995 Audi S6 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
