1990 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. Both 1990 Audi 90 and 2001 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
