1982 Subaru Rex vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 27 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1360 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 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Rex | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Rex | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
