2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1820 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
