1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Rex |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1930 mm |
