1989 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1989 Audi 100 and 2003 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
