1986 Subaru 1.8 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 502 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru 1.8 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 1.8 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
