1990 Rover 400 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 464 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
