1984 Ford GT vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
