2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 763 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1930 mm |
