1989 Rover 216 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 478 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover 216 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 216 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |