1983 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 544 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 80 | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |