1991 Rover 100 vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
