1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
