1986 Subaru XT vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT 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 39 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 372 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Subaru XT | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | XT | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |