1996 Honda Today vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 10 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 568 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Today | XT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
