1987 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 146 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Audi 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
