1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1983 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1983 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1983 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Toronado | Rex |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |