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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 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 175 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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Quattro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1465 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 |
