2009 Audi A5 vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
