1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Subaru Rex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1988 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Rex |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |
