1994 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 152 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
