1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Rex |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |