1985 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
