1987 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2624 mm |
