1988 Subaru XT vs. 1999 Subaru Forester

To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Subaru XT 1999 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model XT Forester
Year Released 1988 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2530 mm


 

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