2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2715 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.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Rex |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2260 mm |