1995 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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. Both 1995 Rover 200 and 2005 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 341 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
