1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
