1981 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 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.
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 Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 80 | Forester |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |