1982 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 214 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
