1986 Subaru XT vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | XT | V50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
