1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 957 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Rex | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Rex | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2685 mm |