1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 2013 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, 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2645 mm |
