1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1993 Porsche Boxster and 1993 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Porsche Boxster 1993 Subaru Legacy
Make Porsche Subaru
Model Boxster Legacy
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 247 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1390 mm


 

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