1992 Subaru SVX vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Subaru Outback. 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
