1995 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 619 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
