1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1315 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2690 mm |
