1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 108 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2005 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Quattro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
