1991 Audi S2 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 S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S2 | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |