1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Rex 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 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rex | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2480 mm |
