1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 928 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |