1986 Subaru XT vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
