1990 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | V8 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
