1983 Audi UR 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 UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi UR 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 (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 269 kg more than 1983 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1983 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1983 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | UR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
