1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2179 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Subaru Rex 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Rex Sequoia
Year Released 1977 2013
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 544 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 29 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 1930 mm 3100 mm


 

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