1986 Subaru XT vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 32 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 112 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
