2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 23 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1412 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.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover Sport | XT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |