1986 Subaru XT vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
