1984 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 373 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 90 | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |