1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1980 Subaru Rex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex. 1972 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Rex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1930 mm |
