1985 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |