1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 396 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
