1980 Subaru Rex vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 22 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1120 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Rex | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rex | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2800 mm |
