1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 347 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
