1979 Porsche 924 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 924. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 454 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 924 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 924 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |