1999 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
