1994 Rover 200 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
