1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 256 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
