1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |