1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 220 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2615 mm |
