1980 Subaru Rex vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 609 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.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Rex | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2530 mm |
