1994 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 15 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Rex |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
