1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 30 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 2051 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 3040 mm |
