2007 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1986 Subaru XT has manual transmission. 1986 Subaru XT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | XT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
