1989 Subaru XT vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1397 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | XT | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
