2005 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
