1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2680 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
