1986 Subaru XT vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 403 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
