1994 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | XT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
