1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 928 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |