1982 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 295 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
