2009 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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 A6 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.

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2009 Audi A6 1981 Subaru Leone
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Leone
Year Released 2009 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2773 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 207 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2390 mm