1989 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Rex | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Rex | ATS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2775 mm |
