1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 916 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Rex | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2634 mm |
