1978 Subaru Rex vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Rex 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 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2470 mm |
