1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1457 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | Land Rover Discovery | Rex |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |