1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1981 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Subaru Rex | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Rex | Caldina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2590 mm |