1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 930 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1988 Subaru XT | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover | XT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |