1986 Subaru XT vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 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 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 337 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
