1986 Subaru XT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 978 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Subaru XT | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | XT | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |