1993 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2624 mm |
