2007 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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. Both 2007 Audi A4 and 1985 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 424 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.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
