1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 19 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | XT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
