2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
