1986 Subaru XT vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 57 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 122 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Subaru XT | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | XT | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |