1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1992 Subaru XT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru XT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1992 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | XT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
