1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2000 Subaru STX
To start off, 2000 Subaru STX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru STX (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru STX should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Subaru STX.
Because 2000 Subaru STX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru STX 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru STX. (224 Nm). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru STX. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru STX has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru STX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2000 Subaru STX | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | STX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
