1986 Subaru XT vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 11 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 60 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 62 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Venture |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
