1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 701 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | XT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
