2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Titan | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
