1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Quattro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
