1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Pan Americana | XT |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |