1971 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
