1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1181 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Rex | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Rex | Charger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 3048 mm |
