1973 Rover 2000 vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 2000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
