1981 Audi UR vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | UR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
