1992 Rover 800 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 109 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 800 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
