1989 Subaru XT vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 256 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru XT | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | XT | Cressida |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |