1975 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2615 mm |
