1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 1968 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | GTO | XT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
