1986 Subaru XT vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 79 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
