1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Subaru Rex | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Rex | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |