2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
