1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 498 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
