1986 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 587 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 80 | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |