1988 Subaru Rex vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Subaru Rex is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 625 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Rex | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
