1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 65 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 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
