2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
