1998 Lada 110 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110, 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, 1998 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 110 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 110 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1930 mm |
