1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 120 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Volvo 120 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Rex | 120 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2610 mm |
