1970 Rover 2000 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 2000 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 2000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
