1986 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. Both 1986 Audi 90 and 2005 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 476 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
