1981 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2049 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Subaru | Land Rover |
| Model | Rex | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2891 mm |
