2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 352 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Defender | XT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |