1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 968 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
