1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Telstar | Rex |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1930 mm |
