1988 Subaru XT vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 683 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.
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 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | XT | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
