1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 981 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rex | Touran |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2680 mm |
