1980 Audi Sport vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Sport | Outback |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
