1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 100 2009 Subaru Impreza
Make Audi Subaru
Model 100 Impreza
Year Released 1991 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 113 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.0:1 10.1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 196 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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