1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 968 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
