1989 Subaru XT vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
