1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 790 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Conquest | Rex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1930 mm |
