1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 164 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 944 (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
