1986 Subaru XT vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 7 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 512 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
