1986 Subaru XT vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1430 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
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1986 Subaru XT | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Subaru | Land Rover |
Model | XT | Freelander |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |