1990 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
