1987 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
