2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Defender | Rex |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2260 mm |