1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Subaru Rex | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Subaru | Land Rover |
Model | Rex | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2891 mm |