1986 Subaru XT vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1986 Subaru XT has manual transmission. 1986 Subaru XT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | XT | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
