1968 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Subaru Rex is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 311 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Rex |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2260 mm |
