1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 597 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
