1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
