1985 Subaru XT vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru XT | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Camry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
