1984 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |
