1989 Subaru XT vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 832 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.
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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
