2009 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
