1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1817 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.
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-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Rex | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 3670 mm |
