1996 Honda Today vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 454 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.
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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Subaru XT | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Today | XT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |