1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
