1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex.
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 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Subaru Rex | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Rex | F-450 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 490 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 4390 mm |