1984 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 342 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
