2009 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 353 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 820 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 |
