1978 Opel Senator vs. 1986 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1986 Subaru Rex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 780 kg more than 1986 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Rex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1986 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Senator | Rex |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |