1988 Subaru Rex vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1460 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Rex | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
