1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 850 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2530 mm |
