1989 Subaru XT vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 196 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 Lexcen. 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 Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 Lexcen | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
