1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
