1986 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
