2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1400 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Pilot | Rex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
