1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Am | Rex |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1930 mm |
