1982 Audi UR vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 238 kg more than 1982 Audi UR.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | UR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
