2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1388 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.
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 Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Navara | Rex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1930 mm |
