1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 1130 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rex | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2760 mm |
