1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
