1998 Honda Life vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 374 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. 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, 1985 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1985 Subaru XT | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | XT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
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 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |