1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
