1986 Subaru Rex vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1986 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Rex | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
