1980 Porsche 930 vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | DL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
