1995 Rover 800 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 800 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 800 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |