2004 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A8 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A8 | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3935 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |