1984 Subaru Rex vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 232 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Rex | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
