1984 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
