1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Rex | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Rex | Venza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2780 mm |