2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Rex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1930 mm |
