2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Forester | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Rex |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1930 mm |