1982 Subaru Rex vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Rex | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
