1993 Subaru SVX vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | XT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
