1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
