1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 261 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | XT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
