1992 Rover 216 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 Rover 216. (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rover 216 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 216 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |