1981 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1038 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Rex | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2550 mm |
