1990 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Subaru XT
To start off, 1991 Subaru XT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru XT weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Subaru XT (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1991 Subaru XT | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | XT |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |