1995 Rover 416i vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1995 Rover 416i is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 416i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 416i (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 416i weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. 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, 1995 Rover 416i (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 416i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 416i | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 416i | Rex |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
