1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 24 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 710 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2710 mm |
