1981 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
