1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 28 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 3,298 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 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
