1990 Rover 400 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 607 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 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 400 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
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 | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |