1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 23 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 695 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 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Rex | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2210 mm |
