1985 Porsche 924 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 138 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 924 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
