1976 Subaru Rex vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex. 2005 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Subaru Rex | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Rex | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2800 mm |
