1985 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
