1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Audi Quattro | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Quattro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |