1993 Rover 200 vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
