1986 Subaru XT vs. 2013 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 27 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 517 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 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT. 2013 Infiniti EX 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. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1986 Subaru XT 2013 Infiniti EX
Make Subaru Infiniti
Model XT EX
Year Released 1986 2013
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2672 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 147 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4631 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1589 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2850 mm