1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 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 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2640 mm |
