1980 Subaru Rex vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1980 Subaru Rex is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Rex | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rex | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2700 mm |
