1989 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Rex | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |
