1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 740 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2601 mm |
