2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Rex |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1930 mm |