1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Rex |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1930 mm |
