1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Quattro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |