1981 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
