1982 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 365 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
