1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru DL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 959 | DL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
