1984 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
