1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | 1000 | Rex |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1930 mm |