1990 Subaru XT vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 473 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru XT | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
