1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Rex | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rex | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 490 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2340 mm |
