1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 924 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
