1989 Rover Montego vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
