1986 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 504 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 80 | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |