1994 Audi V8 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | V8 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
