1986 Subaru XT vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 232 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
