1985 Holden Commodore vs. 1985 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1985 Holden Commodore and 1985 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 665 kg more than 1985 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Commodore 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 1985 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Rex, 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 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Commodore | 1985 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Commodore | Rex |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |