1988 Subaru XT vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | XT | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
