2005 Honda Stream vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 26 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 847 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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Stream | Rex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1930 mm |
