1988 Subaru XT vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 675 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Subaru XT | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | XT | Venza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |