2005 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
