1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 236 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Audi Coupe | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Outback |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |