1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Impreza | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |